“Connections” is an outreach program designed for men and women 55 and older.  Connections promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness through many activities, events and membership benefits.  Membership is free. Members receive:  Early invites to screenings, health fairs and other SMGSI events; invites to quarterly social events sponsored by our auxiliary, Connections E-Newsletter, early heads up on hospital news and info, Monthly mailings on upcoming events, and monthly wellness and health education sessions, and free “Connections” gear.

2009 Connections Lunch Event Calendar

• January 8 Mt. Vernon
• Exercise for Everyone  
• February 5 Centralia
• Women’s Heart Health
• March 5 Mt. Vernon
• Colorectal Cancer
• April 2 Centralia
• Mental Health and Stress Management
• May 7 Mt. Vernon
• Stroke Awareness
• June 4 Centralia
• Orthopedic Roundtable  
• July 2 Mt. Vernon
• Breathe Better
• August 6 Centralia
• Sleep from A to Zzzzzz
• September 3 Mt. Vernon
• Men’s Health Focus
• October 1 Centralia
• Women’s Health Focus
• November 5 Mt. Vernon
• Diabetes Management
• December 3 Centralia
• Portion Patrol
• Join us as we discover ways to keep our hearts and body fit in 2009.  Programs alternate locations between Centralia and Mount Vernon.  All begin at 12 noon.  Please RSVP by calling toll-free 1 (888) 257-6098.  Look for our ads in the newspaper for topics of each luncheon.

Also, join us for low-impact yoga on Friday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 at the Rolland Lewis Community Building, Mt. Vernon City Park.  This program is also offered free of charge.